State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671(c).

3.00 hours

3.

(a)

Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. §73.673?

Y

(b)

Identify publishers who were sent information in 3(a).

The CBS Television Network provides information identifying the core programs it supplies to stations affiliated with the Network, including an indication of the target child audience, to the following publishers of program guides: TV Guide, TV Data Technologies (subscribed to by Bay City Times, The Flint Journal, The Saginaw News, Morning Sun, Detroit Free Press, & Detroit News TV Magazine), Tribune Media Services, and Kidsnet Media Guide and News.

4.

Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program.

Title of Analog Core Program #1

Origin

LAZYTOWN

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time

Number of Pre-emptions

Saturdays, 7:00-7:30am, 4/2/05-6/25/05

13

0

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

E/I Symbol Used As Required

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

6 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This program is anchored by Sportacus, a fit and agile hero, whose "krytonite" is sugar, which makes him instantly lethargic. Sportacus and the program's cast of child characters are challenged in each episode with an issue or dilemma, and are opposed in their attempts to complete their mission by Robbie Rotten, who seeks to return Lazytown to its former lazy ways. The program seeks to impart to preschool and early school-aged children the importance of healthy living, and to help them understand the value of developing sound eating and physical exercise habits, while also providing them positive messages about friendship, empathy, self-respect, truthfulness and other age-appropriate life lessons. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Analog Core Program #2

Origin

MISS SPIDER'S SUNNY PATCH FRIENDS

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time

Number of Pre-emptions

Saturdays, 7:30-8:00am 4/2/05-6/25/05

13

0

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

E/I Symbol Used As Required

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This program, based on the series by David Kirk, follows the adventures of Miss Spider's children and their friends, a hodge-podge of bug creatures of all types. Under the warm and attentive guidance of their parents, the spider children learn that showing kindness toward and understanding of others can be an effective tool in solving problems. In addition to their pro-social storylines, the episodes also include lessons in "backyard biology." The educational objectives of the program are to help children learn the value of being part of a loving, supportive family, and understand the role of family and friends as they begin to engage in new personal and social experiences beyond the home. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Analog Core Program #3

Origin

TEEN KIDS NEWS

SYNDICATED

Regular Schedule

Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time

Number of Pre-emptions

Saturdays, 11:00-11:30am 4/2/05-6/25/05

13

0

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

E/I Symbol Used As Required

30 minutes

From

To

13 years

16 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

The first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children. Hosted by a diverse news team made up of young "journalists" reporting from a professional news set and from the field on stories of interest and educational value to its own audience. Cast of approximately 6-8 on-air kids selected from top young professionals in the New York metropolitan area with major acting credits. Emphasis on diversity and experience to develop a cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian, and Caucasian male and female child actors who interact with each other and connect to the viewers. Meets the needs of children whose sophistication and curiosity about their world is motivated by the information explosion. They have the interest. They have opinions, but no place to express those opinions until now. FCC qualified (E/I) Educational, Information children's programming.

Title of Analog Core Program #4

Origin

ANIMAL ATLAS

SYNDICATED

Regular Schedule

Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time

Number of Pre-emptions

Saturdays 11:30am-12:00pm 4/2/05-6/25/05

13

0

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

E/I Symbol Used As Required

30 minutes

From

To

13 years

16 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This program brings information about the natural world of animals to viewers in a non-didactic, entertaining way. Its approach in no way diminishes the learning that takes place when observations lead to conclusions - and young minds will draw conclusions about the natural world shown in this series. These conditions are consistent with nationally published curriculum goals in the natural sciences. They include concepts such as the functions of animals in the ecosystem (predator/prey relationships, etc.), the elements of animal classification, and the general emphasis on life science. The programs consist of original and detailed footage of animals, a narration, and a charming music score. They also include an interactive segment of multiple-choice questions about the animal world. The independence of the questions from the program material preserves the approach of learning from observation and the recognition of patterns, purpose, structure, and function. FCC qualified (E/I) Educational, Informational children's programming.

Title of Analog Core Program #5

Origin

LITTLE BILL

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time

Number of Pre-emptions

Sundays, 7:00-7:30am, 4/3/05-6/26/05

13

0

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

E/I Symbol Used As Required

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

6 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This is an animated series based on children's books written by Bill Cosby that examines life through the eyes of a five-year-old boy eager to understand his world. Each episode contains two stories in which Little Bill is faced with a challenge or problem, whether emotional, social or physical, he must solve. The objectives of this series are to encourage children to value themselves and the love and support of their family, friends and community, and to help them develop their social skills and ethical values by dealing with the conflicts in their lives with fairness and creativity. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Analog Core Program #6

Origin

BLUE'S CLUES

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time

Number of Pre-emptions

Sundays, 7:30-8:00am, 4/3/05-6/26/05

13

0

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

E/I Symbol Used As Required

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

In this series, a young adult host - togeher with Blue, a puppy whose personality and actions mirror those of a preschooler - brings viewers a variety of games, themes and concepts that are based on an age-appropriate educational curriculum. The program follows a narrative format, in which the host elicits contributions from the viewer to answer questions and move the action forward. The program's objectives include encouraging preschoolers to actively explore the world around them, fostering their problem-solving skills and independent reasoning, and creating a foundation of confidence and optimism for future learning. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming

5.

Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that is specifically designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under, but does not meet one or more elements of the definition of Core Programming. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671.
Complete chart below for each additional such educational and informational program.

Title of Analog Non-Core Program #1

Origin

THE BACKYARDIGANS

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time

Number of Pre-emptions

Saturdays, 6:30-7:00am, 4/2/05-6/25/05

13

0

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose?

Y

If Yes, does the Licensee identify each program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I?

Y

Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. §73.673?

Y

Description of Program

This program centers on three preschool friends, who play together after school in a barrier-less backyard behind their adjacent homes. In each episode, the children imagine an adventure, and their yard is transformed into the setting for the action. The program uses both original and well-known songs to reveal emotion, explicate character and advance the stories. The educational objectives of the program are to nuture children's interest in music, dance and imaginative storytelling, and to use these creative arts to foster children's cognitive and emotional development. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Date and Time Aired (if preempted and rescheduled)

Sponsored Core Programming

6.

List Core Programs, if any, aired by other analog stations that are sponsored by the Licensee and that meet the criteria set forth in 47 C.F.R. §73.671.
Also indicate whether the amount of total Core Programming broadcast by another station increased.

[There are no analog sponsored core program broadcast reports.][There are no analog sponsored core program detail reports.]

Digital Core Programming

7.

(a)

State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream.

(b)

Did the Licensee broadcast on its main digital program stream the same Children's Core Programming provided on its analog channel?

(c)

If Yes to 7(b), the Licensee certifies that the representations and children's program information provided with respect to its analog channel apply equally with respect to its main digital program stream.

If No to 7(c), submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation.

8.

(a)

State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream.

(b)

State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671.

9.

(a)

Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. §73.673?

(b)

Identify publishers who were sent information in 9(a).

10.

Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program.

[There are no digital core program reports.]

11.

(a)

Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward
meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming
aired on other than the main program stream) did not consist of program episodes
that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main
program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams?

(b)

If No, submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation setting forth the number of
repeats in excess of the repeat limit and the times and dates the episodes involved
were aired.

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming

12.

Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that is specifically designed to meet
the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under, but does not meet one or more elements of the
definition of Core Programming. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Complete chart below for each additional such educational
and information program.

[There are no digital non-core program reports.]

Sponsored Core Programming

13.

List Core Programs, if any, aired by other stations that are sponsored by the Licensee and that meet the criteria set forth in 47 C.F.R. §73.671.
Also indicate whether the amount of total Core Programming broadcast by another station increased.

[There are no digital sponsored core program broadcast reports.][There are no digital sponsored core program detail reports.]

Other Matters

14.

Complete the following for each analog and digital program that you plan to air for the next quarter that meets the definition of Core Programming.
Complete chart below for each Core Program, identifying whether it is to be broadcast on the station's analog or digital channel or both channels.

Title of Planned Core Program #1

Origin

LAZYTOWN

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Saturdays, 7:00-7:30am

13

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

6 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This program is anchored by Sportacus, a fit and agile hero, whose "krytonite" is sugar, which makes him instantly lethargic. Sportacus and the program's cast of child characters are challenged in each episode with an issue or dilemma, and are opposed in their attempts to complete their mission by Robbie Rotten, who seeks to return Lazytown to its former lazy ways. The program seeks to impart to preschool and early school-aged children the importance of healthy living, and to help them understand the value of developing sound eating and physical exercise habits, while also providing them positive messages about friendship, empathy, self-respect, truthfulness and other age-appropriate life lessons. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Planned Core Program #2

Origin

MISS SPIDER'S SUNNY PATCH FRIENDS

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Saturdays, 7:30-8:00am 7/2/05-9/10/05

11

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This program, based on the series by David Kirk, follows the adventures of Miss Spider's children and their friends, a hodge-podge of bug creatures of all types. Under the warm and attentive guidance of their parents, the spider children learn that showing kindness toward and understanding of others can be an effective tool in solving problems. In addition to their pro-social storylines, the episodes also include lessons in "backyard biology." The educational objectives of the program are to help children learn the value of being part of a loving, supportive family, and understand the role of family and friends as they begin to engage in new personal and social experiences beyond the home. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Planned Core Program #3

Origin

GO, DIEGO, GO

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Saturdays, 7:30-8:00am 9/17/05-9/24/05

2

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

Go, Diego, Go is an interactive, informational series designed for preschool and early school-age children, in which Diego, a Latino eight year old who loves nature and animals, teams up with viewers to learn scientific facts and develop strategies in order to rescue animals in each episode. In addition to imparting knowledge about animals, their characteristics and habitats, the program also introduces children to Spanish words, which the viewer is asked to then use strategically, and to Latin American music, folktales and traditions. The educational objectives of the program are to provide children imaginative stories, through which they can develop knowledge of and concern for animals, their habitats, our environment, and to introduce them to another language and culture. By actively involving children in the resolution of each challenge, the program also seeks to impart to them to the importance of strategic thinking, cooperation and teamwork in problem-solving. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission?s rules.

Title of Planned Core Program #4

Origin

TEEN KIDS NEWS

SYNDICATED

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Saturdays, 11:00-11:30am 7/2/05-9/9/05

11

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

13 years

16 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

The first kid-to-kid newscast, created for and delivered by children. Hosted by a diverse news team made up of young "journalists" reporting from a professional news set and from the field on stories of interest and educational value to its own audience. Cast of approximately 6-8 on-air kids selected from top young professionals in the New York metropolitan area with major acting credits. Emphasis on diversity and experience to develop a cast of engaging and intelligent African-American, Hispanic, Asian, and Caucasian male and female child actors who interact with each other and connect to the viewers. Meets the needs of children whose sophistication and curiosity about their world is motivated by the information explosion. They have the interest. They have opinions, but no place to express those opinions until now. FCC qualified (E/I) Educational, Information children's programming.

Title of Planned Core Program #5

Origin

LITTLE BILL

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Saturdays, 11:00-11:30am, 9/17/05-9/24/05

2

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

6 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This is an animated series based on children's books written by Bill Cosby that examines life through the eyes of a five-year-old boy eager to understand his world. Each episode contains two stories in which Little Bill is faced with a challenge or problem, whether emotional, social or physical, he must solve. The objectives of this series are to encourage children to value themselves and the love and support of their family, friends and community, and to help them develop their social skills and ethical values by dealing with the conflicts in their lives with fairness and creativity. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Planned Core Program #6

Origin

ANIMAL ATLAS

SYNDICATED

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Saturdays, 11:30am-12:00pm 7/2/05-9/10/05

11

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

13 years

16 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This program brings information about the natural world of animals to viewers in a non-didactic, entertaining way. Its approach in no way diminishes the learning that takes place when observations lead to conclusions - and young minds will draw conclusions about the natural world shown in this series. These conditions are consistent with nationally published curriculum goals in the natural sciences. They include concepts such as the functions of animals in the ecosystem (predator/prey relationships, etc.), the elements of animal classification, and the general emphasis on life science. The programs consist of original and detailed footage of animals, a narration, and a charming music score. They also include an interactive segment of multiple-choice questions about the animal world. The independence of the questions from the program material preserves the approach of learning from observation and the recognition of patterns, purpose, structure, and function. FCC qualified (E/I) Educational, Informational children's programming.

Title of Planned Core Program #7

Origin

BLUE'S CLUES

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Saturdays, 11:30am-12:00pm, 9/17/05-9/24/05

2

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

In this series, a young adult host - together with Blue, a puppy whose personality and actions mirror those of a preschooler - brings viewers a variety of games, themes and concepts that are based on an age-appropriate educational curriculum. The program follows a narrative format, in which the host elicits contributions from the viewer to answer questions and move the action forward. The program's objectives include encouraging preschoolers to actively explore the world around them, fostering their problem-solving skills and independent reasoning, and creating a foundation of confidence and optimism for future learning. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Planned Core Program #8

Origin

LITTLE BILL

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Sundays, 7:00-7:30am 7/3/05-9/11/05

11

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

6 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This is an animated series based on children's books written by Bill Cosby that examines life through the eyes of a five-year-old boy eager to understand his world. Each episode contains two stories in which Little Bill is faced with a challenge or problem, whether emotional, social or physical, he must solve. The objectives of this series are to encourage children to value themselves and the love and support of their family, friends and community, and to help them develop their social skills and ethical values by dealing with the conflicts in their lives with fairness and creativity. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Planned Core Program #9

Origin

THE BACKYARDIGANS

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Sundays, 11:00am-11:30am, 9/18/05-9/25/05

2

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

This program centers on three preschool friends, who play together after school in a barrier-less backyard behind their adjacent homes. In each episode, the children imagine an adventure, and their yard is transformed into the setting for the action. The program uses both original and well-known songs to reveal emotion, explicate character and advance the stories. The educational objectives of the program are to nuture children's interest in music, dance and imaginative storytelling, and to use these creative arts to foster children's cognitive and emotional development. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Planned Core Program #10

Origin

BLUE'S CLUES

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Sundays, 7:30-8:00am 7/3/05-9/11/05

11

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

In this series, a young adult host - together with Blue, a puppy whose personality and actions mirror those of a preschooler - brings viewers a variety of games, themes and concepts that are based on an age-appropriate educational curriculum. The program follows a narrative format, in which the host elicits contributions from the viewer to answer questions and move the action forward. The program's objectives include encouraging preschoolers to actively explore the world around them, fostering their problem-solving skills and independent reasoning, and creating a foundation of confidence and optimism for future learning. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

Title of Planned Core Program #11

Origin

DORA THE EXPLORER

NETWORK

Regular Schedule

Total Times to be Aired

Sundays, 11:30am-12:00pm, 9/18/05-9/25/05

2

Length of Program

Age of Target Audience

30 minutes

From

To

2 years

5 years

Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming

In this series seven-year-old Dora and her monkey travel companion Boots invite the audience to join them each week on a journey in which they will have to overcome various obstacles to reach an end goal. The series uses a CD-ROM/on-line adventure game format to encourage a variety of problem-solving strategies. The objectives of this program are to assist children in developing their problem-solving skills, reinforce their emerging cognitive skills, and make computers more familiar to them by introducing and using the conventions and vocabulary of computer games. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

15.

Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. §73.3526(e)(11)(iii)?

Y

16.

Identify the licensee's children's programming liaison.

Name

Telephone Number

Kathy Leavitt

989-758-2009

Address

E-mail Address

107 North Franklin

kleavitt@wnem.com

City

State

ZIP Code

Saginaw

MI

17.

Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other non-core educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671, NOTES 2 and 3.

1) Effective 9/17/05, Miss Spider will be replaced by Go,Diego,Go for the new fall schedule. Go,Diego,Go will begin airing Saturdays, 7:30-8:00am for a minimum of 13 consecutive weeks in this new time slot.
2) Effective 9/17/05, Teen Kids News will be moved to Saturdays at 6:30-7:00am as a non-core educational and informational program to be aired for a minimum of 13 consecutive weeks in this new time slot.
3) Effective 9/17/05, Little Bill will begin airing Saturdays, 11:00-11:30am for a minimum of 13 consecutive weeks in this time slot.
4) Effective 9/17/05, Blues Clues will begin airing Saturdays, 11:30am-12:00pm for a minimum of 13 consecutive weeks in this time slot.
5) Effective 9/18/05, The Backyardigans will begin airing Sundays at 11:00-11:30am for a minimum of 13 consecutive weeks in its new time slot.
6) Effective 9/18/05, Dora the Explorer will begin airing Sundays at 11:30am-12:00pm for a minimum of 13 consecutive weeks in its new time slot.

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503).

I certify that the statements in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith.